Lowden Seen Entering 1928 Race After Farm Bill Veto
Chicago Feb 26 A farm belt boom for Frank Lowden grew after President Coolidge vetoed the McNary Haugen farm relief bill. Iowa lawmakers urged Lowden to run, and Chicago Tribune headlines declared veto as push toward a 1928 bid. Critics called the veto a setback for agriculture while Lowden, contacted in Arizona, declined to comment.
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Boulder Canyon Dam Cloture Bid Fails in Senate
The fighting battalion that kept the Boulder Canyon dam bill before the Senate for seven days was crushed as cloture failed to reach the two thirds needed. The defeat leaves the bill vulnerable to filibuster and possible defeat.
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Washington
Boulder Canyon Dam
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Two Boys Burned to Death in Algona Fire
Leonard and Glenn Crouch five and six year old sons of Mr and Mrs Harvey Crouch were burned to death when their father poured kerosene into a heating stove the stove exploded flinging burning oil and coals onto the bed where the boys slept flames and smoke blocked rescue and destroyed the frame home while the mother and another son were away shopping
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Wilson asks Congress to arm merchant ships in war effort
Ten years ago today President Wilson addressed Congress seeking authority to arm American merchant ships against German submarine attacks. He cited the sinking of the 18,099 ton liner Laconia as the largest loss since unrestricted submarine warfare resumed and urged provision of defensive arms and other measures to protect ships and people at sea.
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Burl Pringle Named Deputy Treasurer by County Board
Burl Pringle appointed deputy treasurer by County Treasurer Marion George and ratified by the county board. He previously worked two years at the Commercial Savings Bank, gaining relevant experience for the post.
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Marion George
County Board of Supervisors
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Commercial Savings Bank
Insull declines to answer as senate probe cites him
Samuel Insull again refused to answer questions before the senate election investigating committee. The panel cited him and two other witnesses for contempt. New evidence tied Insull to a 125000 dollar donation from Commonwealth Edison to Frank Smith, then chairman of the state utilities commission, and another 190000 dollar reimbursement check drawn after the primary. The committee plans to use the material in the bid to bar Smith from his seat.
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Official to Start New Post in Early March
The individual will assume the county position soon after March begins, completing the qualification process to meet the job requirements and begin duties shortly after the first of March.
Bank Guaranty Law Report Delayed by Split Committee
Des Moines February 26 A special committee examining the Nebraska bank guaranty law fails to agree on its report to the forty second general assembly. The panel split three to three with no recommendations. The legislature delayed submission until after spring recess and will reconvene March 7.
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Ed Campbell
Pigeon Racing Fanciers Criticize Early Captivity of Stray Birds
The article notes pigeon fanciers object to well meaning restraint on fallen birds. It argues birds often rest after a long race and should be released to continue toward their destination. Fanciers say pigeons racing long distances are frequently held up for days.
Pawnbroker’s Window Guitars and Revolvers Prompt Giggles
A Louisville Courier-Journal quip notes a pawnbroker saying customers buy a guitar then soon a revolver. The toilet remark frames the shop as selling both items, and the pawnbroker confirms occasional guitar sales followed by revolvers.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Seniors Revealed in Campus Survey on Marriage and Habits
A university seniors survey shows 60 willing to marry for money, 57 prefer bachelorhood, 86 admit never having been kissed, 14 never danced, and 12 say education not worth white. Mark Twain cited as favorite author.
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Mark Twain
Bowman Urges State Bank Guaranty and Opposes Road Bonds
Former State Senator M L Bowman of Waterloo spoke at the Y M C A in a tour for the Farmers Union of Iowa. He urged a state bank guaranty law, opposed a hundred million dollar road bond plan, and argued Nebraska’s system protects depositors while Iowa needs banking reform. He cited Nebraska’s 16 year record with no depositor losses and described how state banks maintain stability through strict examinations and ongoing operations.
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American Marines to Remain Aboard Ship at Shanghai
Washington reports American authorities see no need for immediate landing of Marines in Shanghai. Marines stay aboard ship ready for emergency. if landed they would remain inside the international settlement. Consul Gauss notes no current disorders and no emergency declared.
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Washington to Be in Finals Tonight
Washington faces Crawfordsville in the county basketball final at Wellman after both teams won semifinals. Washington defeated Ainsworth 86 to 12 and Crawfordsville beat Brighton 44 to 16. Fisher led Washington with six field goals in yesterday's Kalona game.
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Funeral services for Joseph J. Durst at South English
Joseph J. Durst of this county died yesterday in the psychopathic hospital at Iowa City from pneumonia after five weeks of illness. Funeral services will be Sunday at 2 PM in the Brethren church at South English, with interment in the nearby cemetery. He was born May 24, 1888 in Richmond and served in World War I. survived by wife Hazel Neil and three children, Fern Evelyn, Wayne Frederick, and Glenn Leroy. One sister in Moravia also survives. He was discharged from Camp Dodge after overseas service.
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Wellman
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Glenn Leroy
Moravia
Iowa
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County Legion Grouping Promoted by Washington Post
Washington Iowa feature highlights a proposed county American Legion organization uniting all posts. Leon Beatty Post No 29 leads a nine month promotional run with business sponsors and a public join message in The Evening Journal.
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Northwestern creates child friendly playroom in dental clinic
Northwestern University installs a garden like playroom in the dental clinic to ease a child's visit. Various amusements are provided to distract young patients from the dental ordeal.
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Northwestern University
Stanley McConnell Improves After Illness
Stanley McConnell son of Mr and Mrs Harry McConnell long ill but now much better in Kansas City Missouri after extended sickness and recovery.
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Harry McConnell
Kansas City
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